Doug comes to our Sports M&A Advisory group having spent 19+ years in general management, sales and marketing with some of the country’s most successful minor and independent league baseball franchises. Doug has developed a thorough understanding of all aspects of operating a sports franchise through a progression of ever increasing responsibilities in the business operations of respected teams. Stewart’s career rise coincided with a boom in the minor league baseball industry based on creative marketing, an understanding of consumer needs and drastic improvements in facility amenities.

Doug most recently served as Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Omaha Royals (AAA affiliate- KC Royals) where he was responsible for all aspects of efficiently operating the franchise. Including but not limited to casting vision, driving revenue, controlling expenses, managing all personnel, communicating public messages and heightening the presence of the organization in the community.

Previously he served as Director of Sales and Marketing for the Wilmington Blue Rocks (Single A affiliate- KC Royals) and New Jersey Cardinals (Class A short season affiliate- St. Louis Cardinals) and as General Manager of the Rochester Aces (Independent Northern League). Doug has extensive experience in establishing operations and marketing programs with teams in both start-up markets and with new leagues. Doug resides in Omaha, Nebraska.